Question

Which of the following elements can not exhibit $s{p}^{3}d$ hybridisation state:-

• A. C
• B. P
• C. Cl
• D. B

Answer 1

The correct option is A C

For an atom to have an $s{p}^{3}d$ hybridisation it must have 5 hybrid orbitals. Since C atom does not have any d-orbitals therefore it cannot have a $s{p}^{3}d$ hybridisation.